L.A. Noire Walkthrough & Strategy Guide

While the main cases propel game progression, the city is still rife with Street Crimes, ranging from petty theft to bank robberies, that you can optionally deal with. You are alerted to the occurrence of Street Crimes through your police car's radio and by the appearance of a red-colored person icon on the mini-map. Driving near the icon on the map initiates the crime sequence. There are certain restrictions to when Street Crimes can be undertaken: between a set time and during an assigned case or set of cases (Homicide, Traffic, Arson, etc.). There are 40 in all, and we'll detail how and when to access the Street Crimes. The time is stated in military time.

The Street Crimes generally involve chasing down and detaining suspects, tailing people, or winning in shoot-outs. Most are pretty short and sweet as well.

Note

Normally you need to remain in a police car to receive dispatch calls, but ambulance cars work just fine as well. Thanks to Jeremy for the fun tip!